Airborne have released a safety notice relating to their hinged battens, following incidences of battens becoming unloaded during flight.
There are several factors that can cause the hinged batten fittings to unload.
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Damage to the latch from incorrect unloading of the fitting.
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Over tension of the batten within the pocket.
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Operation outside the placarded limitation of the aircraft.
Pilots of Airborne hang gliders that use hinged battens have been asked to read the following service bulletin. If you suspect the integrity of your batten ends, Airborne advise them to be replaced immediately.
Spares can be ordered by email or telephone: (+61) 02 49 449 199
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